Records Articles
Answers for the beginner, the befuddled and anyone hitting a brick wall.
8/1/2004
Does your family tree forecast call for sunshine or clouds? We rank the five most- and least-researchable European ancestries, and give advice for weathering the storms.
9/1/2007
Q. The last record I can find of my father-in-law's half sister is a 1930 census record from Los Angeles. The library suggested I use city directories, but I live in the Midwest. How would I find and use Los Angeles directories?
6/1/2005
Fortunately for genealogists, the grim reaper leaves a paper trail. Here's how to find facts about your clearly departed ancestors using death certificates, funeral home records and obituaries.
8/1/2002
Don't let a burned courthouse dash your dreams of ancestral discovery. Use these secrets to rekindle your genealogical quest.
1/1/2006
Books, Web sites and more
8/1/2002
Digging into the city's multicultural roots can be both a challenge and a fiesta -- these tips and resources will get you started.
6/14/2011
Just because your ancestors' company no longer exists doesn't mean you're out of genealogical luck. Follow these tips to track down documents of defunct businesses.
4/1/2005
Beat your brick walls by following the law. Our guide reveals how studying old statutes can lead to ancestor answers.
6/14/2011
Answers for the beginner, the befuddled and anyone hitting a brick wall.
4/1/2006